VinFast Opens First EV Plant in India: ₹16,000 Cr Facility in Tamil Nadu

VinFast officially inaugurated its electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant at the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.

The ceremony was graced by Hon. Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. M K Stalin, Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, VinFast – CEO Asia, along with government officials, at the grand opening ceremony of the first electric vehicle plant of VinFast India in Thoothukudi.

This inauguration marks a major milestone in VinFast’s global expansion, reaffirming its long-term commitment to India, now the third-largest automobile market in the world.

VinFast also highlighted India’s strategic importance in shaping the future of the global EV industry.

This project was completed in just 17 months from February 2024 to July 2025.

It’s not only a big achievement for VinFast but also a strong step forward for India’s electric mobility plans.

Official Vinfast Factory Inauguration in Tamil Nadu

VinFast officially inaugurated the plant in August 2025, marking a major moment in its global journey.

The company shared that this step shows its long-term commitment to India, which is now the third-largest car market in the world.

VinFast also said it believes in India’s important role in the future of the global EV industry.

This plant is part of their goal to expand worldwide and make clean mobility more accessible.

Key Highlights of the Vinfast India Plant & Investment:

• Investment: ₹16,000 crore
• Location: SIPCOT Industrial Park, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
• Jobs Created: 3,500+
• Annual Production Capacity: 1.5 lakh EVs
• Phase 1 Output: 50,000 cars/year

Note: VinFast has committed to ₹16,000 crore (~$2 billion) for its Tamil Nadu EV plant, with roughly ₹4,150 crore (~$500 million) allocated for the first phase.

Why Thoothukudi?

Thoothukudi is a port city in South Tamil Nadu. Because of its close access to Thoothukudi port, it’s ideal for manufacturing and exporting electric cars.

Tamil Nadu is already known as an automobile and EV hub. With policies that support electric vehicles, it continues to attract companies like Ola Electric, Hyundai, Ather, and now VinFast.

What This Means for India

By producing EVs in India, VinFast can reduce vehicle costs, improve local supply chains, and help create more eco-friendly transportation options.

This also means more job opportunities and a stronger Make in India push — helping India become a global EV manufacturing centre.

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VinFast EV Models for India

VinFast has introduced a range of electric cars for the Indian market, starting with the VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs, which are already open for bookings as of July 2025.

These models are expected to be assembled locally at the Thoothukudi plant and delivered by the end of the year.

The company also plans to launch the compact VF 3, a small city-friendly electric SUV, by early 2026.

VinFast’s EV plant in Tamil Nadu is more than just a factory; it’s a symbol of new-age industry, clean energy, and international partnership.

With the first batch of cars expected soon, this marks the beginning of a silent electric revolution in South India.

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